Kadakkavoor Village - Chirayinkeezhu, Thiruvananthapuram
Kadakkavoor is a village situated in the Chirayinkeezhu taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attingal and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Kadakkavoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadakkavoor is 628471. The village covers a total geographical area of 532 hectares and falls under the 695102 pincode. Attingal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kadakkavoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chirayinkeezhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadakkavoor
As per Census 2011, Kadakkavoor village has a total population of 22,632 people, consisting of 10,880 males and 11,752 females. The village has 5,144 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17,739 literate and 4,893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,641 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadakkavoor are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,632 | 10,880 | 11,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,312 | 1,193 | 1,119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,641 | 742 | 899 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 17,739 | 8,484 | 9,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,893 | 2,396 | 2,497 |
Nearby Villages of Kadakkavoor
Kadakkavoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kadakkavoor
Kadakkavoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kadakkavoor has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Attingal to Kadakkavoor is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Kadakkavoor is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadakkavoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadakkavoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadakkavoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadakkavoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kadakkavoor
Where is Kadakkavoor located?
Kadakkavoor village is located in Chirayinkeezhu Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadakkavoor?
Kadakkavoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadakkavoor?
The pincode of Kadakkavoor is 695102.
What is the population of Kadakkavoor?
Kadakkavoor has a total population of 22,632, including 10,880 males and 11,752 females.
How many households are there in Kadakkavoor?
There are 5,144 households in Kadakkavoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kadakkavoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadakkavoor is 78.38%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 78.75%.